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The Songhai Gold Trade Beyond Salt
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Songhai's gold trade — the engine that powered the empire beyond the famous salt caravans. They trace the gold routes from the Boulé and Galam fields in the south, through the markets of Jenne and Timbuktu, to the northern termini of Sijilmasa and beyond. Lucas explains how the Askias, particularly Askia Muhammad, regulated the gold trade through state control and taxation, contrasting with Mali's more laissez-faire approach. They discuss the silent barter system used in gold-producing regions, the role of Wangara merchants, and the impact of…
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